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Thame Workholding: Precision, trust, and quality in every jaw

The Backbone of Precision Engineering

For over 75 years, Thame Workholding has been a trusted name in the engineering industry, designing and manufacturing chuck jaws that are integral to precision machining. Proudly made in Britain, our products are at the heart of everything engineers rely on to bring their designs to life. While chuck jaws may not always steal the spotlight, they are the backbone of the manufacturing process, providing the stability and accuracy engineers need to create high-quality products. Our chuck jaws are the cornerstone of our business, supporting industries from aerospace to medical engineering, and we’ve spent decades perfecting our craft to ensure every product meets the highest standards of dependability and precision.

At Thame Workholding, we understand that every workpiece, every innovative design, and every ground-breaking product needs a solid foundation. As a British manufacturer, we’re committed to providing the security and precision engineers require to create confidently, knowing their workpieces are securely held for every step of the machining process.

Why Engineers Trust Us

Our chuck jaws are not just components—they are a commitment to reliability, trust, and quality. We know that when you’re building something important, the last thing you want to worry about is whether your workholding will fail. That’s why engineers return to us time and time again. They know that our products deliver the reliability and accuracy needed for a job well done.

The Range That Keeps You Moving

From delicate clamping with soft jaws to the strength and durability of hard jaws, we offer a vast range of off-the-shelf chuck jaws, each designed for specific uses and needs. Here are some of the products that make us the choice for precision engineering:

Soft and Hard Jaws: Offering over 600 sizes and styles in steel or aluminium, these jaws fit chucks from around the world and offer unmatched versatility for any job.


Diamond & Segment Jaws: Designed to evenly distribute clamping pressure and reduce distortion, available in steel or high-tensile aluminium.


Quick Change Jaws: Convert standard power chucks into quick-change systems, boosting productivity and cutting downtime.


Hard Reversible Jaws: Perfect for a wide range of diameters, these versatile jaws provide a reliable grip across most chuck types.


Adjustagrip Jaws: Designed for first-operation work, providing maximum grip for rough castings and raw stock, allowing for faster feed rates and deeper cuts.


Indexahex System: A two-piece top jaw system for manual chucks with multiple gripping faces, offering flexibility and easy changeover.


Multi-Point Rocker Jaws: Ideal for thin-walled components, these jaws reduce tri-lobing and compensate for out-of-roundness, ensuring a secure grip.


Tri Square Jaws: Adjustable jaws for three-jaw chucks that clamp both square and round parts, saving time and money by eliminating the need for special fixtures.

Each of these solutions is crafted with the utmost care and precision, ensuring that your workholding setup supports your engineering goals.

More Than a Product – A Partnership

Choosing Thame Workholding means selecting a partner committed to your success. For over 75 years, we’ve been a trusted provider of precision-engineered workholding solutions, helping engineers transform their ideas into reality. We know that great things start with a firm foundation, and that’s exactly what our chuck jaws provide.

When you invest in Thame Workholding, you’re not just purchasing a product; you’re building a partnership with a company dedicated to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions that help you achieve more.

Join the Legacy of Precision

To explore our full range of chuck jaws, from soft jaws to bespoke solutions, visit www.thameworkholding.com or contact us at sales@thameworkholding.com.

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